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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Backend Developer - Ruby on Rails (Remote) - **Company:** GovCIO - **Location:** Augusta, ME, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Application Integration Architecture, Confluence, JIRA, Biometrics, Code Review, Github, Identity and Access Management, Systems Analysis, JSON, Scrum Methodology, Ruby on Rails, Ruby, Search Technologies, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Data Streaming, Data Logging, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Rspec, Large Language Models, Reliability of Systems, Backend, Integration Tests, Low Latency, Api Design, Restful APIs, Software Version Control - **Published:** July 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/71589D95FE3F43F0BEF43F937C503CA8/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's with 5-8 years years of experience (or equivalent). * Proven experience developing with Ruby on Rails and managing backend systems. * Strong analytical skills and experience with RSpec. * Ability to work independently in a remote environment. * Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies. * Knowledge of the software development lifecycle and version-control/project tools (Jira, GitHub, Confluence, etc.). * AI integration experience (LLM-powered workflows, agents, automations). * RAG experience (chunking, embeddings, vector search, relevance evaluation). * MCP (Model Context Protocol) or equivalent tool/agent integration experience. * AWS Bedrock experience (model operations, prompt management, security, monitoring). * Must be a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the U.S Clearance Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance., * A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview * During the Hiring Process * Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening * Background check, to include: * Criminal history (past 7 years) * Verification of your highest level of education * Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application ## Description GovCIO is seeking a Ruby on Rails Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain backend services for VA.gov. 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